Can you keep chickens in Borough of Elmwood Park, NJ?
No. Elmwood Park bans keeping farm animals, and the code names chickens, roosters and other fowl.
The rules at a glance
| Chickens allowed | No |
| Hens | Not permitted |
| Roosters | Prohibited |
| Permit | Not available |
| Coop setback | Not applicable |
| Lot size | Not applicable |
Good to know
- § 5-8.1 bans farm animals, including chickens, pigeons, roosters, other fowl, pigs and goats.
- Slaughtering any animal or fowl in the borough is also banned (§ 5-8.5).
- Fines up to $500 and/or up to 30 days of community service.
- No pending new law mentions poultry (checked 2026-09).
Source: Borough of Elmwood Park Code (eCode360), § 5-8.1, Prohibition of Farm Animals (view the ordinance)
Verified 2026-09. Ordinances change and zoning can differ by district; always confirm the current rules with the Borough of Elmwood Park clerk or zoning office before you build.
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Borough of Elmwood Parkdoesn't allow backyard chickens today, but ordinances change, and we build custom sheds and animal structures on-site throughout BergenCounty and all of New Jersey. If a coop is in your plans, we can help you sort out where it's allowed nearby.
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